Yes. Noah conducts sessions both in person and via video conference, depending on what works best for the parties. In-person sessions can be held at Allison Law’s offices in Henderson, Nevada, which include two conference rooms to accommodate the caucus format. Remote sessions are conducted with the same preparation and approach as in-person proceedings.

Noah prepares thoroughly. Before the session, he conducts a joint call with both sides’ attorneys to understand the case and the positions. He then sets a briefing schedule and reads the submitted materials carefully. In many cases, he’ll call each side separately before the session to share his initial read on their brief — so that when everyone walks in, there are no surprises about his perspective. That preparation translates directly into a more productive session.

Contact us to schedule a no-obligation consultation. We’re happy to discuss your situation and help you understand your options.

Contact us to schedule a consultation. We’ll gather some basic information — who the parties are, the nature of the dispute, and what you’re hoping to accomplish — so that we can discuss your situation and determine the best path forward. We ask that you not include confidential or privileged information in your initial inquiry; that conversation happens after we’ve confirmed there are no conflicts.

A Special Master is a neutral expert appointed by a court to handle a specific piece of a complex case — often an evidentiary dispute, a damages calculation, or a technical construction matter that requires specialized knowledge. The Special Master conducts hearings or performs tasks as directed by the court, then submits a report that the judge may adopt. Noah is available to serve as a Special Master and welcomes inquiries from parties and counsel who are working through complex construction litigation.

Noah doesn’t define his practice by dollar amount. A dispute that may appear modest on paper can be anything but modest to the people involved — a contractor whose cash flow is at risk, a homeowner whose savings are on the line, a subcontractor fighting to preserve a business relationship. If you’re ready to work toward resolution and the matter is genuine, Noah is available to help.

Less formal than court, but still structured. Noah asks extensive questions throughout the proceedings and doesn’t wait for a designated moment to do so. He exercises judgment on evidentiary issues — if something is hearsay or seems irrelevant, he’ll say so, and he won’t allow the session to be sidetracked by it. Witnesses whose credibility is at issue should appear in person. Foundational or documentary testimony can often be submitted in transcript form. Depositions are permitted if the parties want them.

Arbitration is most commonly triggered by a clause in your construction contract — an agreement you made at the outset that disputes would be resolved this way rather than in court. If your contract includes an arbitration clause, you are generally bound by it. Noah is available to serve as the arbitrator in those proceedings, and parties can also agree to arbitrate even if their contract doesn’t require it.

Noah Allison serves as an Administrative Law Judge for the Nevada State Contractors Board — a role in which he regularly hears and rules on construction-related cases, often handling four to five complete proceedings in a single day. That pace demands a sharp command of the issues and the discipline to cut through noise quickly. It also means Noah has ruled on hundreds of construction disputes across a wide range of situations. When he sits as your arbitrator, he brings that experience directly to bear.

In arbitration, Noah serves as a private judge. After hearing testimony, reviewing evidence, and considering the law, he issues a binding decision — called an award. Unlike mediation, where the parties control the outcome, arbitration results in a ruling that both parties are obligated to follow. It is a more formal process than mediation, but significantly less formal, expensive, and time-consuming than litigation in court.

Several reasons. First, you get a decision-maker who actually knows construction. When your case involves CPM scheduling, AIA contract language, change order disputes, or workmanship defects, you want someone who understands what those things mean — not a generalist judge or a jury hearing these terms for the first time. Second, arbitration is private. Third, it moves faster. Court dockets are backed up; arbitration timelines can be set by the parties. And fourth, the process itself is less rigid — rules of evidence are applied with practical judgment rather than technical formality.

It depends on your contract and your situation. Many construction contracts include clauses requiring mediation before either party can proceed to arbitration or litigation. In those cases, mediation is a mandatory first step. In other situations, both parties may voluntarily agree to try mediation even without a contractual requirement — and doing so early can save significant time and expense.

Sessions are scheduled as either a half day (generally 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) or a full day (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Noah works to make the most of whatever time is allocated. If a resolution is reached before the session ends, you’re done — there’s no expectation that the clock has to run out.

An impasse doesn’t mean the process failed — and it doesn’t mean Noah simply thanks everyone and sends them home. If a resolution isn’t reached that day, Noah works to identify a realistic path forward and communicates it clearly to both sides. He provides his contact information directly, and if the parties find themselves moving toward resolution in the days or weeks that follow, he’s available to continue supporting that process.

Mediation is a structured, confidential process in which a neutral third party — the mediator — helps the disputing parties work toward a resolution they both agree to. Unlike court, no judge or jury imposes a verdict. You and the other party retain full control over the outcome. If a settlement is reached, it happens because both sides chose it. That’s a meaningful distinction when you’re trying to protect a business relationship, a project timeline, or your bottom line.

Most disputes that arise on a construction project are well-suited to mediation, including payment disputes and unpaid invoices, construction defect claims, change order disagreements, project delays and schedule disputes, lien claims, contract interpretation questions, and pre-litigation disputes where you want to resolve things before they escalate. If you’re uncertain whether your situation is a good candidate, reach out — a brief consultation can help clarify your options.

Typically, both parties and their attorneys are present, though attorneys are not required. Noah conducts sessions in separate rooms — he moves between the parties rather than having them face each other across a table. This approach allows each side to speak candidly and allows Noah to work through the issues without the dynamic of a direct confrontation.